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URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Anchorage AK
346 AM AKDT Thu Apr 3 2025

AKZ755-040215-
/O.CON.PAFC.BZ.W.0006.250404T0600Z-250405T0300Z/
Kuskokwim Delta Coast and Nunivak Island-
Including the cities of Toksook Bay, Quinhagak, Kipnuk, and
Mekoryuk
346 AM AKDT Thu Apr 3 2025

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THURSDAY TO 7 PM
AKDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations of 5
  to 9 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 to 40 mph.

* WHERE...Kuskokwim Delta Coast from Kipnuk north including Nunivak
  Island.

* WHEN...From 10 PM Thursday to 7 PM AKDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Visibilities reduced to one quarter mile or less due to
  blowing snow. Travel could be very difficult.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A significant winter storm will move across
  the Kuskokwim Delta coast and Nunivak Island. Gusty winds in
  combination with falling snow will lead to blizzard conditions,
  especially across Nunivak Island. The worst conditions will likely
  occur after midnight Friday morning. Visibility reductions to
  one-half mile are expected with brief periods to one-quarter mile
  for Toksook Bay to Kipnuk as winds accelerate through Etolin
  Strait. Snow showers and gusty winds are expected to persist
  through the weekend, though intensity should decrease Friday night.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are
expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds
and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout
conditions, making travel very hazardous. If you must travel, have a
winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your
vehicle.

 For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov.

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AKZ785-040215-
/O.CON.PAFC.WS.W.0005.250403T1500Z-250405T0000Z/
Eastern Aleutians-
Including the cities of Akutan, Unalaska, and Nikolski
346 AM AKDT Thu Apr 3 2025

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THURSDAY TO 4 PM
AKDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 8 and
  18 inches. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph. Visibilities will be
  reduced to one half mile or less with wind and heavy snow.

* WHERE...Eastern Aleutians.

* WHEN...From 7 AM Thursday to 4 PM AKDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Visibilities reduced to one half mile or less due to
  blowing snow. Whiteout conditions are possible at times. Travel
  could be very difficult.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A significant winter storm will move over the
  Eastern Aleutians late tonight and early Thursday morning. As it
  does, temperatures will fall into the lower 30s, with any rain at
  the onset changing to snow by early Thursday morning. Heavy, wet
  snow is expected from Thursday morning through at least early
  Friday afternoon. Warmer air may move in Friday evening, allowing
  for a mix of rain and snow. Storm total snow amounts may be
  reduced if rain does mix in late Friday. The heaviest snowfall
  rates are expected Thursday afternoon through Friday morning with
  the strongest winds Thursday night through Friday.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous. If you must travel, keep
an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an
emergency.

 For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1 or visit 511.alaska.gov.

&&

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